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Trump, Putin agree on 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, broader talks to begin

President Putin told US counterpart Donald Trump in a phone call that the conflict in Ukraine could only be resolved if the West halts military and intelligence support for Ukraine.

M23 rebels withdraw from planned talks with Congo government, citing international sanctions

The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured key areas of Congo's mineral-rich east said Monday they were withdrawing from peace talks this week with the Congolese government, saying that international sanctions on the group's members have undermined such dialogue

Raisina Dialogue a 'crossroads' for global discourse on conflict, trade and security: Misri

In the Raisina Dialogue 2025, there are 125 sessions planned over the three days from March 17-19, and from 35 countries in inaugural edition, this time 131 countries are being represented at the conclave.

Airstrike kills 19 in South Sudan as conflict with White Army intensifies

The clashes in Nasir, near the Ethiopian border, between national forces and the White Army, a loosely organised group mostly comprising armed ethnic Nuer youths, had threatened to reignite the 2013-2018 civil war in which hundreds of thousands of people died.

'Every shot fired...': Trump threatens Iran over ongoing Houthi attacks

"Every shot fired by the Houthis will be looked upon, from this point forward, as being a shot fired from the weapons and leadership of IRAN, and IRAN will be held responsible, and suffer the consequences, and those consequences will be dire!" said Trump

US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard attends high-level security meet in Delhi, holds talks with NSA Ajit Doval

Last month, Gabbard met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Washington DC. Their discussions reportedly covered various global challenges, including the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict in West Asia

Bangladesh’s Yunus to meet Xi Jinping, seeks stronger China ties

Yunus is set to visit China on March 26 and meet Xi on March 28, the Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam told reporters here, hoping his visit will take Bangladesh-China relations to a new height, the Dhaka Tribune newspaper reported.

UN chief Guterres calls for urgent global support for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh

Guterres, who is on a four-day visit from March 13 to Bangladesh, was addressing a joint press briefing in Dhaka, a day after he travelled to Cox's Bazaar on a mission of solidarity with the Rohingya refugees.

'Hell will rain down upon you,' Trump orders US military to launch 'powerful' action against Houthis in Yemen

The US president accused the Iranian-backed militia of waging an unrelenting campaign of piracy, violence, and terrorism against American, and other, ships, aircraft, and drones. He also accused his predecessor "weak" Joe Biden of keeping the "unrestrained" Houthis going

Trump signs government funding bill, averting partial shutdown

The Senate cleared the legislation on Friday in a 54-46 party line vote, with 10 members of the Senate Democratic caucus helping the bill advance to passage despite opposition from within their party — most vocally from colleagues in the House, who exhorted them to reject the bill out of hand.

'Time not on its side': Trump's envoy Witkoff warns Hamas amid tense talks with Israel

Amid negotiations for the next phase of ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's Special Middle East Envoy, has warned Hamas that the time is not on its side

Amid Trump's pleading, Putin demands Ukraine's surrender in Kursk

Hours after US President Donald Trump publicly pleaded to the Russian leader, President Vladimir Putin doubled down on his demand of Ukrainian soldiers' surrender in Kursk

Glaring omission as Prince Harry’s US visa application is unsealed

Prince Harry's US immigration documents were unsealed after a two-year legal battle.

Netanyahu calls strikes on Gaza 'only the beginning' as hundreds reported killed

Israel's PM warns "this is only the beginning" after deadly strikes on Gaza that broke a ceasefire with Hamas.

‘Stranded’ Nasa astronauts back on Earth after splashdown

The SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft splashed down off the Florida coast.

Benjamin Netanyahu says Gaza strikes ‘only the beginning’

Netanyahu warned future talks with Hamas 'will take place only under fire.'

Why has Israel bombed Gaza and what next for ceasefire deal?

The truce was already in trouble - now Israeli air strikes have dealt it a huge blow.

Fear in Antarctic base as research team member is accused of assault

A member of a small South African research team at a remote Antarctic base has accused a colleague of assault .

US lander captures lunar sunset, aiding moon haze mystery research

The Blue Ghost lander touched down on March 2 at Mons Latreille.

SpaceX Crew Dragon brings astronauts home after extended ISS stay

Their mission faced technical issues and became a political flashpoint.

Watch: Astronauts return to Earth after extended stay in Space

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have landed near Tallahassee, Florida after a 286-day mission at the International Space Station.

Putin agrees in Trump call to pause Ukraine energy attacks but no full ceasefire

The Russian leader declines to sign up to a plan that Ukraine had accepted for a month-long ceasefire.

Israeli settlers accused of major livestock theft in West Bank

Palestinian Bedouins report theft of 1500 livestock by Israeli settlers.

Putin agrees to halt Ukraine energy attacks, rejects full ceasefire

Kyiv supports the energy truce but says Putin's refusal shows he's not ready for peace.

Israel vows to keep up strikes on Gaza after global condemnation

Israel's renewed Gaza strikes killed more than 400, Gaza health ministry reports.

Missing South African girl was wanted for her 'eyes and skin'

Court witnesses reveal shocking details about the disappearance of Joshlin Smith.

Plans to replace Mt Everest Sherpas with drones branded ‘idiotic’

Drones can transport 15kg, replacing tasks that took hours on foot.

JFK assassination files: Will Trump’s declassification reveal new info?

Experts say those seeking a 'smoking gun' will be disappointed.

BBC Verify: Mapping Israel's wave of strikes

More than 400 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. BBC Verify’s Nick Beake has been assessing footage of the strikes and building a picture of the damage done.

Tanker owners praise 'exceptionally brave crew'

Oil tanker Stena Immaculate and cargo ship Solong collided in the North Sea on 10 March.

Germany votes for historic boost to defence spending

The move alters the German constitution, allowing the country to increase its military spending.

New nuclear technologies will provide diverse solutions for future needs: IAEA chief Grossi

Addressing concerns about uranium supply and proliferation risks, Grossi assured that the IAEA’s robust inspection regime minimises proliferation threats. He also discussed the limited success of initiatives like the Low Enriched Uranium (LEU) bank in Kazakhstan, noting that while it provides some security, broader technological restrictions are impractical.

Trump dials Putin to discuss Ukraine ceasefire proposal, White House says call underway

The call comes amid concerns in Kyiv and European capitals that the 78-year-old Republican will cede too much ground to Putin, a leader for whom he has repeatedly expressed admiration in the past

Who should be the leader of Global South? Here what Nepal thinks

Nepal's Minister of Foreign Affairs Arzu Rana Deuba said that both countries are equipped to lead in different issues depending on their expertise adding that one nation for every issue is not sustainable for the Global South

US says Hamas solely to blame for resumption of Gaza hostilities

Responsibility for the resumption of hostilities in Gaza lies solely with Hamas, and the United States supports Israel in its next steps, the acting US ambassador to the United Nations said on Tuesday

'Once again, fear has gripped the people'

Gaza residents were woken by airstrikes hitting buildings as Israel shattered a two-month ceasefire.

Why Sudiksha Konanki's parents have asked Dominican officials to declare their daughter dead

In a heartbreaking development, the parents of missing Indian-American student Sudiksha Konanki have asked Dominican authorities to formally declare her dead, saying they have accepted the 'deeply painful' reality. This comes after an extensive multi-agency search failed to find the 20-year-old

‘Can’t let big powers decide our future’: Thailand, Philippines seek closer India-Asean ties

Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines Enrique A Manalo said that the Association of Southeast Nations has a duty to serve its own people and ensure the region's development

Distressed democracy: Is ‘Trump threat’ overrated in US politics? Experts debate and stand divided

The deepening political divide, institutional distrust and economic anxieties raise pressing questions about whether American democracy is merely distressed or undergoing an irreversible transformation

Ghana president's X account hacked by cybercriminals for 48 hours, promotes crypto scam

The fraudulent posts were deleted after the President’s team noticed the breach, but the account continued sharing crypto-related content, including hints about the launch of a new memecoin.

Trump calls judge who halted deportations 'lunatic, crooked', demands his impeachment

Trump’s allies like billionaire Elon Musk have previously proposed impeaching judges who attempt to block the administration’s anti-immigration efforts. But it’s the first time that Trump has publicly derided a judge, who attempted to prevent the government from deporting the alleged gang members under the Alien Enemies Act

Hamas was trying to attempt another October 7-like invasion into Israel during ceasefire: Report

The report said that Israeli intelligence and security forces observed a sharp increase in Hamas’s activity in Gaza, signalling that the group may have been trying to ramp up attacks on Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) or attempt an incursion into Israeli territory

Israel's far-right Otzma Yehudit party rejoins Netanyahu govt 2 months after quitting

In January, Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's former National Security Minister, threatened to quit the government over disputes on the Gaza truce deal

AUKUS & Indo-Pacific security: Experts discuss progress, challenges at Raisina Dialogue 2025

At Firstpost’s IdeasPod during the Raisina Dialogue 2025, experts highlighted AUKUS’s two pillars—nuclear-powered submarines for Australia and advanced capabilities like AI and quantum computing. The discussion covered political transitions, with optimism about continuity under Trump, AUKUS’s role in countering regional instability particularly amid China’s assertiveness.

US, Israel looking to relocate Gazans to Syria to implement Trump’s Gaza plan: Report

According to estimates by the United Nations, nearly 450,000 Palestinian refugees already reside in Syria. Israel currently occupies a buffer zone along the border in Syria and regularly conducts strikes across the country

European stocks are soaring: Investors have Germany's Chancellor-in-waiting, Merz, to thank

Around noon (GMT), the Frankfurt benchmark index advanced 1.1 per cent to 23,412.68, while Paris’s CAC 40 and London’s FTSE 100 each rose 0.4 per cent to 8,106.84 and 8,712.02, respectively

Poland and Baltics to quit landmine treaty over Russia fears

A joint statement said it was "paramount" troops had flexibility to defend Nato's eastern flank.

Is Turkey dragging its feet on peace steps after Kurdish militants vow to disarm, disband?

For Erdogan, securing peace would be a legacy-defining achievement, bringing stability and economic development to Turkey's southeast while bolstering Ankara's influence in Syria and Iraq. Yet, his government has given no clear roadmap

'Africa must prioritise its interest': Ex-Mali PM explains how a turbulent continent can navigate new world order

During a conversation with Lukhanyo Neer, Chief Operating Officer, of Thabo Mbeki Foundation, former Prime Minister of Mali Mousa Mara said that the continent needs to prioritise its own interest first

'US fully responsible for Gaza attacks,' says Hamas

Israel has vowed to continue fighting in Gaza until all hostages are returned as it unleashed its most intense strikes since a ceasefire. Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of deciding to "resume war" after an impasse in truce negotiations

Europe is at a crossroads: Will it step up as a global power as US reassess its priorities?

At the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, European leaders debated how to redefine the continent’s strategic role as US priorities shift. From security and trade to technological innovation, the discussion highlighted Europe's urgent need for stronger alliances, economic resilience and independent defence capabilities

Over 400 killed, including Hamas’s head of govt in Gaza, in Israeli strikes; more than 560 wounded

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said he had instructed the military to take “strong action” against Hamas in a bid to build pressure on the Gaza-based group. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt later confirmed Israel had consulted with the US before launching the fresh attacks

At least 12 dead in Honduras plane crash

Officials who took part in the emergency operations said that five people were rescued.

Trump considering recognising Ukraine's Crimea as part of Russia: Report

The administration of US President Donald Trump is considering recognising Crimea, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014, as Russian territory in a possible future peace deal to end the war in Ukraine, according to a report

Why are Norwegian soldiers dropping tennis balls on battle tanks? The answer is drones

Over the course of ten sorties, more than 30 tennis balls were dropped on battle tanks while Norway conducted trials as part of Nato's Joint Viking 2025 exercise earlier this month

Raisina Dialogue 2025 | 'Middle East has best agricultural practices': ORF expert on climate adaptability

In a session on climate-proofing the Indo-Pacific, Nilianjan Ghosh, the Director of Observer Research Foundation's Centre for New Economic Diplomacy, said that the Middle East has some best agricultural practices when it comes to Middle East

'It's the Asian century,' says former UNSC president Kishore Mahbubani | Raisina Dialogue 2025

Calling Asia's emerging power the continent's "return", Kishore Mahbubani said that during his conversations with various American political scientists, many said that the next world war would happen in Asia and that "Asia's future will be Europe's past" 

Raisina Dialogue 2025: Hungary's foreign minister says country was 'Trump before Trump'

For more than a decade, Hungary's government has pursued policies that closely resemble the ideological stances that propelled Trump to the White House in 2016, Hungary's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Peter Szijjártó, said

'India & Egypt are two of the world's greatest civilisations': Cairo seeks to boost trade with New Delhi

While speaking to Mihir Swarup Sharma, Director of the Centre for Economy and Growth Programme, ORF at Firstpost's IdeaPod, El Khatib said that Egypt and India are "two of the world's greatest civilisations"

Europe should stop talking big words, move towards big actions: Netherlands' Ruben Brekelmans at Raisina Dialogue 2025

Despite its military might, the United States lacks the capability to sustain a two-front war, making simultaneous conflicts against Russia in Europe and China in the South China Sea an unsustainable endeavour

Trump and Putin to discuss ceasefire plan in highly anticipated phone call

The Kremlin said the highly-anticipated phone call between Putin and Trump will take place between 1300 GMT and 1500 GMT on Tuesday and that Trump and Putin will discuss Ukraine and the 'normalisation' of US-Russian ties

‘Syrian people paid the price as Iran backed Hezbollah’: Experts debate Tehran’s role in West Asia crisis

At Raisina Dialogue's 'The Iran Factor: Crisis, Convergence, Competition' session saw an intense discussion on how important a rapprochement between Iran and influential Arab states is for a lasting peace in West Asia

French far-right leader Le Pen's fate hangs in the balance as prosecutors seek to bar her from office

The 56-year-old National Rally (RN) leader, who leads polls for the 2027 presidential vote, accuses prosecutors of seeking her 'political death' by asking judges to bar her from office if convicted - effective immediately even if she appeals

Raisina Dialogue 2025: India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Dutch counterpart Ruben Brekelmans in Delhi

Nearly 3,700 attendees and over 800 speakers and delegates from around 130 countries worldwide will attend the Raisina Dialogue

‘Always a partner’: Latvia, Portugal leaders play down China threat, call for ‘respectful dialogue’

Latvia Foreign Minister Baiba Braze said China was “not identified as a threat in Europe”, adding that the designation was only reserved for Russia for now. She added it was important to have “respectful dialogue with China”

Chinese state media hails Trump's cuts to Voice of America

State newspaper gloated that the network has "now been discarded by its own government like a dirty rag".

Scientists at Antarctic base rocked by alleged assault

A spokesperson for the South African government told the BBC there had been an assault at the station.

How an alleged assault shook a remote Antarctic research base

A scientist at a South Africa-run research base in Antarctica sent a desperate email to the government, alleging that a team member had shown 'deeply disturbing' behaviour, had physically and sexually assaulted, and threatened to kill someone. The person said the 10-member team, isolated at Sanae IV research base, fears for its safety and has pleaded for 'immediate action'

‘No compromise on sovereignty,’ says Ukraine’s top diplomat as Trump, Putin talk ceasefire proposal

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha asserts at the Raisina Dialogue 2025 that peace cannot come at the cost of sovereignty urging strong diplomacy and international support to counter Russian aggression

Trump challenge ‘an opportunity’ for us to find new partners, says Nato official Marcos Perestrello

Perestrello highlighted that when Covid-19 pandemic broke out in 2019, Europe suddenly discovered that they were overdependent on China. Drawing a comparison, he said the Trump challenge has led to the realisation among EU politicians that they are heavily dependent on US on strategic matters

‘Europe must get its act together’: Netherlands warns of post-Ukraine security threats

Ruben Brekelmans said that steps must be taken to stop the Russian aggression but they should not be "rewarding to Russia" because a scenario like that would cause more hostility that would not only affect Ukraine but also the rest of Europe

What would Nato do if US invades Greenland? Norway says 'will tell you a secret...'

Article 1 of Nato sets down the framework to solve any disputes that may arise between the members of the alliance themselves. he Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, Espen Barth Eide, explained what would happen in detail at Raisina Dialogue 2025

Hong Kong leader warns against ‘bullying tactics’ in trade relations, urges attention to Panama ports deal

For months, Trump has complained that China controls shipping in the Panama Canal, which was built by the United States more than a century ago to link the Pacific and Atlantic oceans

Stephen Harper at Raisina Dialogue 2025: 'Rules-based order is ending'

Former Canadian prime minister Harper warns that the traditional rules-based order is collapsing, urging middle powers like India and the EU to strengthen their hard power strategies in response to shifting global dynamics

Waging peace in a world at war: Can diplomacy still prevail? Lessons from Raisina Dialogue 2025

On the second day of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, global leaders and experts convened to debate the future of peace-building in an increasingly fractured world. With wars on the rise and institutions losing trust, the panel explored lessons from past peace efforts and the evolving role of diplomacy in conflicts from Ukraine to Mali

Israel's deadly strike in Gaza kills over 300, shatters truce with Hamas: What comes next?

The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas collapsed on Tuesday (March 18) after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) unleashed its most intense strikes since January on the Gaza Strip, killing over 300 people, including women and children. But what does this mean for the hostages being held captive by the militant group?

Israel intensifies strikes in Gaza until hostages are released; Death toll rises above 330

Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of deciding to 'resume war' after a deadlock on extending the truce, and warned that the return to fighting could be a 'death sentence' for hostages still alive in Gaza

'We want unconditional ceasefire, we're ready to resist': Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on peace talks

At a time when Russian President Vladimir Putin is sticking to his maximalist demands, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has said that his country wants an unconditional ceasefire with Russia but is willing to resist if Russia rejects the proposal on the table

The Matrix film producer files for bankruptcy

Village Roadshow blames its troubles on a fall-out with Warner Bros and a failed move into independent film production.

‘There’s a breakdown of trust:’ Ghana’s foreign minister criticises West for prioritising war over development

Highlighting that “$380 billion” were spent on the Ukraine war in the past three years, the foreign minister argued the money could be used to “solve Africa's infrastructure crisis

Moment Nasa astronauts begin journey back to Earth

Two astronauts are returning home after nine months in space.

India's Modi joins Trump-owned platform Truth Social

The Indian prime minister is one of the few world leaders on Trump's social media platform.

Cambodia’s Hun Sen welcomes Trump's decision to freeze Voice of America and other US-funded media outlets

Hun Sen ruled Cambodia with an iron fist for nearly four decades, shutting down multiple independent media outlets, and the kingdom places near the bottom of international press freedom rankings

'Aloha' and 'Namaste': Tulsi Gabbard bridges cultures for global diplomacy at Raisina Dialogue

At the Raisina Dialogue 2025, Tulsi Gabbard highlighted the power of cultural values in diplomacy, using 'Aloha' and 'Namaste' to emphasise mutual respect and shared humanity as the foundation for global cooperation

Trump taps Republic Airways CEO to lead FAA amid safety concerns

Trump tapped Bryan Bedford, chief executive of Republic Airways, to lead the agency which manages the US Air Traffic Organization and is overseeing Boeing's safety operations following a series of high-profile problems

Taiwan on high alert as 59 Chinese aircraft swarm island's borders

Along with the 59 aircraft, nine Chinese warships and two balloons were also detected in the 24 hours to 6:00 am (2200 GMT), the defence ministry said

Amid US-China trade tensions, Trump says Xi to visit Washington in 'not too distant future'

Since returning to office, Trump has intensified tariffs on Chinese goods over trade imbalances and fentanyl. His actions have resulted in the world's two largest economies getting locked in a cycle of tit-for-tat tariffs

'A reconnection of two old friends': Gabbard on PM Modi meeting President Trump

Tulsi Gabbard mentioned that even in the four years that President Trump was not in office, he and PM Modi continued to build upon the close friendship that they had inculcated

‘America First does not mean America alone’: Tulsi Gabbard defends Trump’s policy at Raisina Dialogue

At Raisina Dialogue 2025, Tulsi Gabbard reaffirms India-US ties stressing that ‘America First’ does not mean isolation

‘You don’t have to be a big country to be a risky country’: Jaishankar’s dig at Pakistan | Raisina Dialogue 2025

Flagging the threats that might arise in the absence of an international order, he said, "It's not just big countries who will benefit if there is no world order. Any country which will have extreme positions will use disorder to its advantage," Jaishankar said

Seven dead after Honduras plane crashed into the water after takeoff

Ten people were pulled out from the wreckage alive, authorities say.

US-China rivalry and the Global South: A new 'coalition of interests' or the same old G2?

On Day 2 of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, a high-level panel debated the growing Sino-American rivalry and its impact on global stability. With nations in the Global South pushing for strategic autonomy, experts discussed how regional alliances, multilateralism and non-alignment strategies could help counterbalance great-power competition without being drawn into a G2-dominated world

Trump's Venezuela deportation flights face legal scrutiny as judge demands answers

A Trump administration lawyer argued both that the judge's initial oral ruling to block the flights was superseded by a more sparsely written order issued later, and that the government had the legal right to continue with flights once they had left U.S. airspace

UK and EU to coordinate efforts to increase economic pressure on Russia, boost defence initiatives

The talks will coordinate cooperation on Ukraine and discuss efforts to increase economic pressure on Russia, UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said in a statement on Monday

Trump is pushing US further away from Europe. Could this benefit China?

The Trump administration has taken a wrecking ball to US-Europe ties — it has clearly indicated that Washington can no longer be counted on for Europe’s security and waged a trade war against the region by imposing tariffs. Analysts believe that China could use these fraying ties to their advantage. Here’s how

Over 100 killed as Israel resumes strike in Gaza, White House says Hamas ‘chose’ war over peace

Strikes were reported in a number of sites, including northern Gaza, Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis, and Rafah in the middle and southern Gaza Strip

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stranded in space for 9 months, head back to earth

Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore, and two other Crew-9 members will return to Earth on the SpaceX Dragon spaceship

‘Unjustified, damaging’: Tulsi Gabbard’s remarks on violence against minorities rattles Bangladesh

Gabbard, who arrived in New Delhi on Sunday on a three-day visit, spoke about the ideology of an 'Islamic Caliphate' and how extremist elements and terror groups globally aim for such an outcome

Local hero or Russian ally? The billionaire dividing Georgians

Some adore Bidzina Ivanishvili for defending Georgian traditions. Others see him as a Russian ally.

King meets Carney in symbolic support for Canada

The King, who is also head of state of Canada, meets the country's new prime minister Mark Carney amid a trade war with the US.

No evidence for Trump claim about 'void' Biden pardons and autopen

President Trump claims "many" of Biden's pardons are void because they were signed automatically and not by hand.

Watch: Tornado destruction in Missouri hits residents hard

Residents describe a 'really rough night', as tornadoes claim at least 12 lives and leave destruction throughout the state.

Angry protests after North Macedonia nightclub disaster

People in Kocani blame corruption after 59 people - many of them teenagers - died in a nightclub inferno.

Nearly half of Americans believe Trump favours Russia Over Ukraine: Poll

Nearly half of American voters believe President Trump favours Russia over Ukraine, according to a report, citing a recent poll as Trump administration seeks to mediate a peace deal between the two countries

UK expects over 30 countries to join Ukraine's peacekeeping effort, but US role remains uncertain

Britain and France have spearheaded efforts to offer a peacekeeping plan for Ukraine after US President Donald Trump began talks to press for a peace deal with Russia.

King hosts Carney at Buckingham Palace

Canada's new PM meets King Charles at Buckingham Palace, before talks with UK PM Starmer.

Netanyahu’s push to sack Shin Bet chief triggers uproar

Netanyahu on Sunday cited an "ongoing lack of trust" as the reason for moving to sack Ronen Bar, head of the Shin Bet internal security agency, following a similar bid by the government to oust the attorney general.

Trump annuls Biden-era pardons, citing autopen use as grounds for invalidation

Trump claimed that Biden's signature on the documents had been carried out with an autopen, a commonly used device, and therefore was not valid.

Carney meets Macron on first foreign visit as PM

Carney described Canada as the "most European of non-European countries".

Raisina Dialogue 2025: New Zealand PM Luxon hails 200 years of India-New Zealand ties

Luxon arrived in the city on Sunday on a five-day official visit to India to attend the Raisina Dialogue 2025. Earlier this morning, the New Zealand PM paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi in Rajghat.

What is Tren de Aragua, the Venezuelan gang targeted by Trump?

The gang began in a prison and is estimated to have thousands of members across eight countries.

‘2025 is not 1945’: At Raisina Dialogue, New Zealand’s Luxon backs India’s permanent seat at UNSC

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Monday highlighted the long-standing relationship between Indians and New Zealanders, emphasising over two centuries of shared history at the Raisina Dialogue 2025 in New Delhi.

US launches new airstrikes in Yemen amid Houthi threats to shipping

The United States carried out new airstrikes on Yemen on Monday, the Houthis' Al Masirah TV said, expanding the biggest US military operation in the Middle East since President Donald Trump took office in January

China sees ‘positive momentum’ after PM Modi backs ‘dialogue over discord’

China acknowledges diplomatic progress, but trust deficits and strategic caution continue to shape India’s approach

Ahead of talks with Putin, Trump hints at seeking land concessions from Ukraine for ceasefire

Ahead of scheduled talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin this week, US President Donald Trump has hinted at seeking territorial concessions from Ukraine to secure a ceasefire

Canadian PM Carney seeks 'reliable' Europe allies, says determined to keep 'most positive possible ties' with US

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday sought to reinforce ties with "reliable" European allies, and said that like them he too was determined to maintain the "most positive possible relations" with the US

Rwanda and Belgium expel each other's diplomats over DRC violence

The Rwanda-backed M23 armed group swept through the mineral-rich east of the DRC earlier this year, taking two major cities, with thousands killed and millions displaced.

Africa: Rwanda-backed M23 confirms 'delegation of five' at peace talks with DRC in Angola

The talks are scheduled to start on Tuesday (March 18) in Angola's capital city, Luanda. Joao Lourenco, the Angolan President, has been appointed to mediate the conflict by the African Union

North Macedonia fire: Why are nightclubs vulnerable to blazes?

A deadly fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia has killed at least 59 people and injured more than 150. The incident has put the spotlight on past such disasters. One of the most common causes of nightclub fires has been the use of pyrotechnics in enclosed spaces

Modi conveys concerns to Kiwi PM over anti-India elements, inks key defence pact

Following talks between Modi and Luxon, the two sides signed six agreements to ramp up cooperation in several areas including education, sports, agriculture and climate change, and decided to prepare a roadmap for cooperation in the defence industry sector.

What is the 1798 law that Trump used to deport migrants?

The wartime Alien Enemies Act has been controversially used to deport Venezuelans to a mega-jail in El Salvador.

‘That’s indeed the case’: Russia confirms Trump, Putin to talk Ukraine ceasefire proposal tomorrow

The Kremlin on Monday said that Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump would have a phone conversation on Tuesday, according to a report

Wealthy Americans, middle-class citizens to cut spending, impacting consumption: Is it the Trump effect?

Shoppers are cutting back on spending, rattled by market volatility and Trump's escalating trade wars. Investors' enthusiasm has soured as concerns mount over his administration's aggressive and unpredictable tariff policies

Iran envoy to meet UN nuclear chief days after consultation with Russia, China

In recent months, Iran has held several rounds of talks with Britain, France and Germany in a bid to revive the agreement, which had lifted sanctions on Tehran in exchange for curbs on its nuclear activities.

Could Prince Harry be deported from the US over past drug use?

Prince Harry’s American dream could be under threat once again after the Department of Homeland Security, following a court order, releases the duke's immigration documents on Tuesday (March 18). This comes after the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, filed a Freedom of Information (FOI) request in court, citing the UK Royal's admission of using marijuana, cocaine and other drugs in his memoir ‘Spare’

Kenyan workers dying in Saudi Arabia as country continues to send hundreds for work, money

The report reveals that women, who are being recruited as housekeepers or nannies in Saudi Arabian households face all sorts of cruelty

'PM Modi's visit set joint vision, we're committed to defeat Islamist terror': Tulsi Gabbard on India-US ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are good friends who are committed to tackle the threat of Islamist terrorism, said Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence

‘Baby feet’, vision loss and more… What Sunita Williams, Barry Wilmore may experience on returning to Earth

After nine months in space, Nasa astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry ‘Butch’ Wilmore will return to Earth on Tuesday aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon craft. The two, however, will have to contend with physical as well as psychological complications. From difficulty in walking to blurry vision, these are the many challenges awaiting them

FTA talks, mobility of skilled workers among top outcomes of Modi-Luxon talks: MEA

New Zealand has also formally entered two key frameworks set up by India– Indo-Pacific Oceans' Initiative (IPOI) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). An MoU for defence cooperation was also signed

'I had one child and I lost him' - North Macedonia mourns nightclub disaster

Fifty-nine people have been killed following a fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia.

PM Modi urges New Zealand’s Luxon to crack down on anti-India activities as they discuss FTA, security ties

During a joint press conference with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India and New Zealand will work together to counter, terrorist and extremist activities

Pakistan sees 73% surge in terrorism-related deaths, Balochistan & Khyber Pakhtunkhwa worst hit: Report

The Islamabad-based Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) recorded 121 fatalities and 103 injuries from 54 terrorist attacks across the country last month

PM Modi persuaded Putin to not use nuclear weapons in Ukraine war, says Polish deputy foreign minister

Polish Deputy Foreign Minister Władysław Teofil Bartoszewski has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi persuaded Russian leader Vladimir Putin to not attack Ukraine with nuclear weapons

Trump shares PM Modi's 3-hr podcast with Lex Fridman | Read full interview

In the conversation with podcaster Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated US President Donald Trump for his 'humility' and 'touching' gesture during the 'Howdy Modi' event in 2019

LeT’s Abu Qatal and more… The mysterious deaths of India’s most-wanted terrorists on Pakistani soil

On March 15, unidentified gunmen killed LeT’s Abu Qatal in Pakistan’s Jhelum after firing 15 to 20 rounds at him. Believed to be the nephew of 26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed, Qatal played an important role in executing attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. His death follows a pattern — of India’s most-wanted terrorists being gunned down by unknown assailants

‘Occupier on our land’: Zelenskyy says Russia ‘wasted another week’ after Jeddah ceasefire proposal

In a post on social media platform X, Zelenskyy said that after discussion in Jeddah and a ceasefire proposal from the United States, Russia had "stolen another week"

Trump says won’t be any exemption on US steel, aluminum tariffs in duties taking effect on April 2

Trump previously stated that his administration is preparing reciprocal tariffs– which would impose import taxes on each country based on a calculation involving its own tariff and non-tariff barriers

Chinese economy on shaky ground in first two months of 2025, data shows

Data also showed that unemployment rose, while housing prices continued to fall in most major cities. This comes despite efforts to revive confidence in the world's second-largest economy

How US immigration authorities tried to hunt down Indian student Ranjani Srinivasan and her escape to Canada

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student at Columbia University, self-deported from the US after the Trump administration revoked her visa. Federal agents came to her apartment looking for her several times. The 37-year-old decided to leave the country in haste and took a flight to Canada

'Everything is finished': Ukrainian troops relive retreat from Kursk

Five soldiers tell the BBC of their withdrawal in the face of overwhelming firepower and drones.

Taiwan reports median line violations by China, says 20 of 26 sorties of PLA aircraft entered its areas

On Monday, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said that it had detected around 26 sorties from PLA aircraft. The manoeuvring from the Chinese side was detected at 6:40 am (local time)

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis claim attacks on US aircraft carrier group

In a statement posted to Telegram on Monday, a Houthi spokesperson said the attacks on the carrier group were 'in retaliation to the continued American aggression against our country'

Global CEOs set to meet Xi Jinping as China pushes ‘open for business’ message

The visit comes as Beijing seeks to reassure foreign investors amid ongoing economic headwinds and a cooling business climate. Xi has ramped up engagement with the private sector in recent months, following a period of regulatory crackdowns and slowing growth

Trump says he will discuss Ukraine ceasefire proposal with Putin on Tuesday

At a time when Ukraine has accepted a US-backed proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, President Donald Trump has said he will discuss the proposal with Russian leader Vladimir Putin tomorrow

French lawmaker demands US to return the Statue of Liberty, accuses Trump of 'siding with tyrants'

France's MEP Raphaël Glucksmann suggested that the United States should 'send back' the famous Statue of Liberty in New York since US President Donald Trump has decided to side with 'tyrants'

UK energy minister pushes Chinese officials on emissions, human rights in Beijing

The energy minister also plans to invite Chinese counterparts to London later this year to renew formal climate dialogue between the countries, as the UK looks to play a leading role in global cooperation on the climate

Brazil's former President Bolsonaro proclaims ban on re-election as a denial of democracy

The 69-year-old has been attempting to position himself as a leading contender in elections next year, despite being barred from holding elected office until 2030

Macron says France, UK don't need 'Russia's permission' to deploy troops in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron said that the country does not need "Russia's permission" to deploy peacekeeping troops in Ukraine after an eventual ceasefire in the war

US says strikes on Houthis in Yemen will continue 'indefinitely' as Iran pledges to respond 'destructively'

Several US officials including the country's Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that Washington would continue to pound the Houthis in Yemen until the Iran-backed group stop its atrocities in the Red Sea

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to propose action plan to slash 'red tape', critics compare it Doge

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' shake-up comes after Prime Minister Keir Starmer took aim at the nation's "flabby state", sparking anger from unions who called on him to avoid the "incendiary rhetoric" of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) in the US

Damascus interim government to seek aid at international conference in Brussels

The conference has been hosted by the European Union in Brussels since 2017 - but took place without the government of Assad, who was shunned for his brutal actions in a civil war that began in 2011

37 dead as tornadoes rip through US Midwest, South

The National Weather Service said tornado watches had mostly expired, but dangerous winds were still possible in the Carolinas, east Georgia and northern Florida through Sunday evening

North Macedonia: 15 held after nightclub fire kills 59, seven-day mourning declared

According to officials, 59 people were killed after a fire broke out at an overcrowded nightclub early on Sunday, presumably as a result of pyrotechnics let off on stage during a hip-hop concert

Syrian Defence Ministry accuses Hezbollah of abducting and killing soldiers

Hezbollah issued a statement denying any role in conflicts with Syrian security forces or on Syrian soil. The group said it 'categorically denies any connection to the events taking place today on the Lebanese-Syrian border'

Canada's Carney makes statement by choosing Europe, not US, for first foreign trip

The prime minister hopes to achieve solid support as he visits the UK and France, writes Lyse Doucet.

Trump administration continues to deport hundreds of immigrants to El Salvador despite court order

The immigrants were deported after Trump's declaration of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, which has been used only three times in U.S. history

India watches warily as Bangladesh-Pakistan ties thaw

Dhaka and Islamabad are growing closer after years of mistrust, but what does this mean for India?

'My sister died' - Nightclub survivors and relatives speak of grief

Survivors and relatives of those who died in a fire in North Macedonia speak of their grief.

Israel, Hamas remain divided on Gaza truce as Egypt mediates hostage talks

During the first phase of the truce agreement, Hamas released 33 hostages, including eight deceased, and Israel freed around 1,800 Palestinian detainees. Since then, Hamas has consistently demanded negotiations for the second phase.

Zelenskyy replaces chief of general staff as battles rage on in Kursk, Donetsk

Since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, Zelenskyy has frequently reshuffled Ukraine's government and military leadership. The latest changes come as fighting continues in Russia’s Kursk region, where Ukraine’s General Staff reported eight combat clashes on Sunday

Ex-Brazil president Bolsonaro holds massive rally, says election ban amounts to ‘denial of democracy’

The 69-year-old leader now wants to emulate US President Donald Trump by staging a similar political comeback. Like Bolsonaro, Trump too faced several legal challenges in his race for the top office. Bolsonaro has been accused of backing an attempted coup and now he is barred from seeking re-election until 2030

US to engage in new trade talks after tariff overhaul: Rubio

Rubio, who did not give details of what the new deals could look like, said the United States would "reset the baseline" to ensure it was treated fairly.

Trump, Putin to hold talks this week as US pushes for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Trump is trying to win Putin’s support for a 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine accepted last week, as both sides continued trading heavy aerial strikes through the weekend and Russia moved closer to ejecting Ukrainian forces from their months-old foothold in the western Russian region of Kursk.

Watch: Fisherman reunites with brother after 95 days lost at sea

Maximo Napa said he had to resort to eating roaches, birds and turtles to survive.

‘No resolution on the battlefield’: PM Modi urges Russia, Ukraine to negotiate, reiterates India’s stand for peace

Highlighting his good relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Modi said that he can urge Russia that war is not the solution while reminding Ukraine that battlefields do not bring real solutions.

US deports hundreds of alleged Venezuelan gang members under now-blocked authority

President Donald Trump on Friday invoked the wartime Alien Enemies Act to rapidly deport alleged members of Tren de Aragua, a criminal organization that has been linked to kidnapping, extortion, organized crime and contract killings.

‘Tragedy of unimaginable magnitude’: PM Modi on Godhra train burning and Gujarat’s journey since 2002

Apprising about the history of riots in Gujarat before he ever came into public life, the Prime Minister dismissed the perception of the 2002 Gujarat riots being the biggest riots, saying that communal violence occurred over trivial issues in the past, where the state witnessed over 250 riots before 2002.

Canadian PM Carney seeks alliances in Europe amid Trump’s trade war & sovereignty threats

At his swearing-in ceremony on Friday, Carney noted the country was built on the bedrock of three peoples, French, English and Indigenous, and said Canada is fundamentally different from America and will “never, ever, in any way shape or form, be part of the United States.”

Most wanted LeT terrorist Abu Qatal, close aide of Hafiz Saeed, shot dead by unidentified gunmen

Qatal was reportedly involved in planning and executing several terror attacks in the northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. He was also a close aide ofthe  2008 Mumbai attacks mastermind Hafiz Saeed

Brussels eyes new satellite network as Europe moves away from US in bid for military autonomy

The discussions around the new satellite system are part of a broader EU push to strengthen its defence capabilities. The proposed system would be designed to detect military threats, track troop movements, and help co-ordinate defence operations

India orders umbrella probe into illegal Bangladeshi immigrants and document fraud

As per MHA, between Jan 2024 and Jan 2025, a total of 2601 Bangladeshi citizens were apprehended on the Indo-Bangladesh Border. The Government has strengthened Indo-Bangladesh border security through advanced surveillance, enhanced manpower, and technological integration.

India, New Zealand resume FTA talks after nearly a decade-long pause

India and New Zealand on Sunday announced resumption of negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement, after it was stalled in 2015.

Bangladesh High Court upholds death penalty for 20 BUET students in 2019 lynching case

All the convicts, students of the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), belonged to the now disbanded Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL), the student wing of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League.

Watch: Man films as tornado roars past his house

The roaring wind can be heard, as debris flies past the windows of the Mississippi property.

US, Russia & Germany discuss resuming energy supply to Europe via Soviet-era pipeline: Report

The Soviet-era Druzhba pipeline runs through the Ukrainian territory and has ultimately became the key part of discussion between the three nations

Fire engulfs nightclub in North Macedonia, 59 killed and at least 155 injured

Emergency teams transported the injured to hospitals in Kocani, Skopje, and Stip, with helicopters ferrying the most critical cases to the capital

After Jaffar Express hijacking, Baloch insurgents ambush military convoy; seven killed

The BLA claims the attack on the military convoy, en route from Quetta to Taftan, killed at least 90 people. This recent attack comes on the heels of the dramatic hijacking of the Jaffar Express earlier this week

How dependent is Pakistan on Chinese defence exports? Almost entirely, report says

This reliance on Chinese technology has made Pakistan’s defence procurement one-dimensional, limiting its ability to diversify its military capabilities

Watch: Smiles and hugs as new crew arrives on ISS

A SpaceX capsule carrying a new crew has docked at ISS, paving the way for Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to return to Earth.

Canadian PM Mark Carney's Cabinet has 2 Indian female MPs, one of them was born in Delhi

Carney's team comprises 13 men and 11 women and is much smaller than former PM Justin Trudeau's 39-member Cabinet

Xi skips EU-China 50th anniversary summit amid diplomatic strains

Tensions between Brussels and Beijing have grown since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with the EU accusing China of backing the Kremlin

Facing possible trial, Brazil’s Bolsonaro rallies supporters in Rio amid coup allegations

Bolsonaro, 69, has called for what he claims could be a million of his supporters to demonstrate on Rio's famed Copacabana beach in a show of strength while he plans a comeback in elections next year

SpaceX capsule arrives at ISS, bringing relief for stranded astronauts

The four newcomers — representing the U.S., Japan and Russia — will spend the next few days learning the station's ins and outs from Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams

US says Russia was informed about Houthi strikes as White House shares photo of Trump watching it unfold

The president was dressed in golfing attire, wore a large black headset and was seen donning a red MAGA hat that appeared emblazoned with his autograph on its brim

Junta airstrike targets civilians, kills at least 12 in Myanmar

The Friday afternoon strike hit the village of Letpanhla around 60 kilometres (40 miles) north of the country's second biggest city of Mandalay

US just completed 'Step 1' of bringing Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore back to Earth: What was it?

Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams' prolonged stay in orbit had become a political talking point, with President Trump and SpaceX CEO Musk accusing the previous Biden administration of deliberately leaving the astronauts stranded for political reasons

This Week in Explainers: What’s the dating scandal surrounding ‘Queen of Tears’ star Kim Soo-hyun?

There’s upheaval in the K-drama world with fans world over expressing disappointment. Reports say that popular actor Kim Soo-hyun dated actress Kim Sae-ron, who died by suicide this year, when she was underage. We look beyond the big headlines in our weekly wrap

Cuba left in the dark after country's energy grid collapses yet again

Officials from the energy and mines ministry eventually released a statement in which they said an electrical substation in the capital failed at around 8:15 pm (local time), leading to a failure of national power grid

Unexploded bomb from Syria's civil war days 'accidentally' blows up, kills 16

A scrap dealer had unknowingly handled an unexploded munition in an attempt to extract metal, setting off the devastating blast on Saturday. Search and rescue operations are still ongoing

G7 threatens Russia with expanded sanctions, use of frozen assets if it doesn't implement ceasefire

Earlier efforts by Trump's team had focused on pressuring Kyiv to accept a swift resolution, but Russia's hesitation to embrace an immediate ceasefire has shifted diplomatic attention

Trapped underground: Sudanese families dig for survival in besieged Darfur

El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, is the only major city in Darfur still under army control, making it a strategic prize. The RSF has tried for months to seize it

DoJ probes whether Columbia University hid ‘illegal alien’ students during anti-Israel protests

The probe is coming at a time when US President Donald Trump's administration has intensified its campaign to deport foreigners who took part in the pro-Palestinian demonstrations last year

After Georgescu, Romania bans second far-right hopeful from contesting presidential poll

On Saturday, the election commission announced that it had also taken the "decision to reject the candidacy of Diana Șoșoacă”

US strikes on Houthis kill 21 in Yemen as Trump vows to demolish the militant group

The US Central Command (CENTCOM), which posted images of fighters taking off from an aircraft carrier and a bomb demolishing a building compound, said "precision strikes" were launched to "defend American interests, deter enemies, and restore freedom of navigation"

Pope Francis reducing use of mechanical ventilation in hospital, says Vatican

The Vatican said Francis was continuing with medical treatments, respiratory physiotherapy and physical therapy for his mobility

Federal judge halts Trump's deportation order of alleged Venezuelan gang members under Alien Enemies Act

Under Trump's proclamation, all Venezuelan citizens 14 years of age or older who are determined to be members of the gang, are within the United States, and are not naturalized or lawful permanent residents of the country are 'liable to be apprehended, restrained, secured, and removed as Alien Enemies'

Trump administration freezes US-funded broadcasters amid global information crisis

Hundreds of staff members at VOA, Radio Free Asia, Radio Free Europe, and other stations received an email over the weekend informing them that they would be forbidden from their offices and that they must relinquish press permits and office-issued equipment

‘Hell will rain down’ on Yemen's Houthis as US launches massive airstrikes

The ongoing attacks, which one official warned would take days and even weeks, are the largest US military action in the Middle East since Trump took office in January

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 9, threaten fragile truce

The first phase of the truce expired on March 1 without agreement on the next steps, although both Israel and Hamas have refrained from resuming hostilities

US tornadoes: Extreme weather leaves trail of destruction

At least 20 people have died after tornadoes and severe storms tore through central and southern states.

Trump slams ‘sick degenerates’ in media over ‘fake’ claim that Putin made US envoy wait for 9 hours

Sky News earlier reported that Trump's special envoy Witkoff had to wait for more than eight hours for a meeting with Putin, who was reportedly busy meeting Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko at the time

‘He’s finished!’: Over 100,000 protesters flood Belgrade in one of the biggest anti-govt rallies

Tens of thousands of protesters converged in Serbia's capital Belgrade Saturday in what could be the largest in a series of anti-corruption demonstrations that have upended the Balkan country in recent months.

US: Monster storm kills at least 17, sparks threat of tornadoes and wildfires

The most fatalities as of Saturday morning were in Missouri, authorities said, which was lashed by twisters overnight that resulted in at least 11 deaths. The Missouri State Highway Patrol also reported that multiple people were injured

Myanmar military airstrike kills 27, injures 30 in resistance stronghold

Myanmar has been in turmoil since the army seized power from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi on Feb. 1, 2021, triggering widespread popular opposition. After peaceful demonstrations were put down with lethal force, many opponents of military rule took up arms, and large parts of the country are now embroiled in conflict.

Starship rocket will blast off to Mars next year, says Musk

Standing 403 feet (123 meters) tall -- about 100 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty -- Starship is designed to eventually be fully reusable

Myanmar repatriates over 2,800 Chinese involved in telecom fraud cases

Over 2,800 Chinese telecom fraud suspects who were part of gangs luring locals and foreigners to work in telecom scam centres along the Myanmar-Thailand border have been repatriated to China for trials.

Hamas decries ‘horrific massacre’ after Israeli strikes kill 9 in Gaza

Palestinian militant organisation Hamas condemned the attack, calling it a "blatant violation" of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. A spokesperson for the group called the strikes a "horrific massacre”

Telegram founder allowed to leave France temporarily: Report

Pavel Durov, now 40, was sensationally detained at Le Bourget airport outside Paris in August 2024 and charged with a litany of violations related to the popular messaging app he founded. He had been banned from leaving the country

Zelenskyy denies troops encircled in Kursk but admits situation 'very difficult'

Moscow has pushed this week to retake a large part of the land that Ukraine originally captured in its western Kursk region last summer.

Canada considering ditching F-35 jet contract with Lockheed Martin amid tensions with Trump administration

Canada had entered into a contract with US defence giant Lockheed Martin in June 2023 to purchase 88 F-35 jets after several delays under a $19 billion deal

PM Starmer says Putin must ‘come to the table’, insists ‘ball is in Russia’s court’

Starmer urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to sign up to a ceasefire in its war against Ukraine if he is “serious about peace” and said allies will “keep the pressure” on the Kremlin, including financially and militarily.

'Ball is in Russia's court': Starmer announces meeting of military chiefs in UK next week

Starmer asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to "stop playing games" as he chaired a summit to drum up support for a coalition willing to protect any eventual ceasefire in Ukraine

Java lava: Starbucks asked to pay $50m in damages to delivery man burned by spilling hot coffee

The damages included the costs of physical pain, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, humiliation, inconvenience, grief, disfigurement, physical impairment, anxiety and emotional distress

Tariff roulette: Trump’s zigzag trade policies rattle global markets

In recent weeks, Trump has announced punishing tariffs against allies and adversaries alike, selectively paused and imposed them, doubled and then halved some, and warned late in the week that he’ll tax European wine and spirits a stratospheric 200% if the European Union doesn’t drop a 50% tariff on U.S. whiskey.

‘She just made big story:’ Trump gets hit in the face with microphone, gives death stare

The incident happened just ahead of his departure from Washington DC. Trump was answering questions on Gaza when the microphone smacked him in the face

'Did not want PM Modi, world leaders to see tents, graffiti & potholes': Trump on Washington DC cleanup

President Trump has pledged to transform Washington, DC, into a "crime-free capital," emphasising the need for a cleaner, safer, and more visually appealing city for visiting world leaders.

Meta seeks to hush former employee, bar her from promoting controversial memoir

In "Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed and Lost Idealism," released on Tuesday, Sarah Wynn-Williams recounts working at the tech titan from 2011 to 2017

Russia claims to have downed 126 Ukrainian drones overnight

Ukraine has launched drones into Russia throughout Russia's offensive and on Monday attacked the Moscow region with the largest amount of drones since the conflict began in 2022

Iran uses 'Nazer' app, drones to catch women violating hijab law: UN report

The report points out Iran's escalating reliance on technology to monitor and punish women defying the mandatory dress code

US slaps visa sanctions on Thai officials over deportation of Uyghurs to China

Thailand's February deportation of the Uyghurs, held in detention for a decade, came despite warnings from United Nations human rights experts that they were at risk of torture, ill-treatment and 'irreparable harm' if returned

Cuba in the dark: Massive power outage leaves millions without electricity

Cuba's Ministry of Energy and Mines said at around 8:15 p.m. local time an outage at the Diezmero substation on the outskirts of Havana had caused 'a significant loss of generation in western Cuba and, with it, the failure of the National Electric System'

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis hails Moody's upgrade as ‘final step’ in economic recovery

During a decade of economic crisis between 2008 and 2018, public debt and deficit exploded leading to soaring interest rates and ratings agencies progressively downgraded Greece's credit rating

Power bank placed in overhead compartment might have caused fire in South Korean plane: Probe report

The power bank was lying in an overhead luggage compartment where the fire was first reported. The debris from the device had scorch marks, a statement by the transport ministry read

Yunus pledges to join hands with UN for Rohingya repatriation as he meets Guterres 

Yunus said he hoped that the minority community would get a chance to celebrate Eid next year by returning to their home in Myanmar's Rakhine state

'He made mistakes': Vance on Doge's Musk firing thousands of federal employees

Elon Musk’s primary focus during the first seven weeks of Trump’s second term has been the mass dismissal of government employees. However, his approach has been challenged by judges who have ordered the reinstatement of all the fired employees

UK's Starmer calls for 'coalition of the willing' to discuss Ukraine crisis, military aid, and ceasefire

Unlike the first summit on March 2, the meeting of what Starmer has termed the 'coalition of the willing' will be conducted virtually

Federal workforce reductions threaten public safety and economic stability, critics say

Nearly 400 agency workers have been cut through the Trump reduction plan, an administration official said

Trump govt considers imposing travel ban on 43 nations, Pakistan is one of them: Report

US diplomatic and security officials laid out a draft list recommending the list of countries whose nationals will be under the radar. This list is divided into three categories: Red, Orange and Yellow

Chinese mining firm's catastrophic acid spill in Zambia causes environmental disaster

The spill happened on Feb. 18 when a tailings dam that holds acidic waste from a copper mine in the north of the country collapsed, according to investigators from the Engineering Institution of Zambia

'Jaffar express hijack': Baloch rebels claim they killed '214 army hostages' due to Pakistan's 'stubbornness'

Baloch separatists who hijacked a Pakistani passenger train claimed to have executed all 214 military hostages after their deadline to exchange them for Baloch political prisoners expired. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) accused the Pakistani government of ignoring their ultimatum, leading to the killings.

US seeks Denmark's help to deal with its egg crisis despite Trump's Greenland takeover dream

A representative of the US Department of Agriculture in Europe had sent formal inquiries to egg-producing European countries in late February. The department was reportedly seeking information on their ability and willingness to export eggs to the American markets. 

Senate Democrats confront limits of minority power after brutal shutdown vote

Democrats were also unable to stop a series of moves by Trump's administration that would normally be left to Congress under the law, including mass firings across the government

'Relentlessly hunted down': Trump takes credit for killing 'fugitive' ISIS leader in Iraq

The leader of ISIS in Iraq was killed in a joint operation by US and Iraqi forces, Iraq’s Prime Minister announced on Friday. US President Donald Trump took the credit of the elimination, saying the terrorist was "relentlessly hunted down" and eliminated.

Russian ship captain charged with negligence & manslaughter in North Sea collision

The Russian national is from Primorsky, St Petersburg and will now appear at Hull magistrates court on Saturday, Humberside police said

US averts government shutdown as Senate passes funding bill after a split in Democrats

The US Senate passed a Republican-led spending bill on Friday, just hours before a government shutdown. The bill, which faced strong opposition from House Democrats, now awaits approval from President Donald Trump.

G7 takes tough stance on China, drops 'One China' reference

A statement by ministers meeting in Canada mirrored a February Japan-U.S. statement in condemning "coercion" toward Taiwan, language that heartened Taipei in its increasingly tense standoffs with Beijing

Putin hails Trump for 'doing everything' to bolster Russia-US ties as Ukraine feels isolated in peace talks

Putin laid out his vision at the meeting and insisted that improving ties with the United States would now be one of the main agendas

Thousands march on Belgrade as anti-government protests intensify

President Aleksandar Vucic said he had asked police to show restraint, but to detain troublemakers

Indian PhD student self deports after US revokes visa over 'advocating terrorism'

Indian national Ranjani Srinivasan, a PhD student at Columbia University, has left the United States after her visa was revoked over allegations of "promoting violence and terrorism."

Appeals court overturns block on Trump's executive orders on diversity, equity and inclusion programs

The decision from a three-judge panel allows the orders to be enforced as a lawsuit challenging them plays out. The appeals court judges halted a nationwide injunction from U.S. District Judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore

Meta seeks to bar ex-employee from promoting explosive tell-all book

In "Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed and Lost Idealism," released on Tuesday, Sarah Wynn-Williams recounts working at the tech titan from 2011 to 2017

'No longer welcome': US expels South African ambassador for 'hating' Trump

The United States has expelled South Africa’s ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, in a move that underscores growing tensions between Washington and Pretoria. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision on Friday, accusing Rasool of being anti-American and hostile towards President Donald Trump.

Starmer says Putin is 'not serious about peace', cannot be allowed to 'play games' with Ukraine ceasefire

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of not taking US-led ceasefire efforts seriously. His remarks come ahead of a key summit where leaders will discuss support for Ukraine.

WATCH: Nasa, SpaceX launch Crew-10 to bring back Sunita Williams, Butch Willmore

SpaceX launched its Crew-10 mission to the ISS on Saturday morning, which is set to bring NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and Butch Willmore back to Earth.

Trump has asked military to draw plans to 'reclaim' Panama Canal: Report

US President Donald Trump has vowed to annex Panama Canal and has not ruled out invading the country for that

New PM Mark Carney vows Canada will never be part of US, calls Trump's threats 'crazy'

In his inaugural address as the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney defied US President Donald Trump's threats of annexation and vowed to never let the country come under US occupation

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